Search Popular Patterns & Round-Ups with Search Popular Patterns & Round-Ups with Grow

Granny Stripe Stitch

Find your pattern
Granny Stripe Stitch
Crochet a cozy baby blanket with this pattern, featuring alternating rows of blue, white, and mustard yarn. The tag in the top left corner reads "free pattern" for easy access to free crochet patterns. Close-up view on the right highlights detailed stitches.

If there is one thing true in crocheting, it’s that you can never have too many of a quiver of techniques, stitches, building block patterns, or applique ideas. Here is a classic, but often underrepresented stitch that makes for an airy yet firm surface: the granny stripe stitch. This easy-to-follow pattern prepared by Kate from Crochetpedia gives you detailed instructions on how to proceed and use this wonderful technique!

Why the Granny Stripe Never Goes Out of Style

Granny Stripe is a very old-timey stitch that enables you to make stripes of alternate colors and to work in shorter lengths of leftover yarn ends. While not seen so much in many modern projects, it’s one everyone has seen on their grandma’s Chesterfield or armchair.

Is the Granny Stitch Beginner-Friendly?

Don’t worry if you’re a beginner, the granny stitch is an easy technique that those new to crochet can learn with ease. What is required is that you are familiar with the most basic stitches, especially double crochets.

If you haven’t learned it yet, see this step-by-step tutorial: How To Do A Double Crochet [Video for Beginners].

 

Granny Stripe Stitch Free Crochet Pattern

What You Need to Master This Stitch

To practice this popular stitch, any type of yarn and hook will do. A medium-weight yarn and a 5 crochet hook are recommended for beginners, but you can also try out other tool combinations.

The samples seen above were made with Scheepjes Stonewashed sport-weight yarn and a 3.5 mm crochet hook. Moreover, Kate offers 5 unique colorways on her blog, so you can choose the one you like the most, especially if you’re looking to create your first granny stitched project.

Can I Use This Stitch for Clothing or Blankets?

The granny stripe stitch can be used in many types of projects, be it a vintage-styled cardigan, a vibrant summer hat, or a cozy blanket. The double crochet clusters create a breathable fabric with open spaces that is great for both summer and winter projects. 

Check out our roundup post for the best granny stitch blanket pattern ideas:

Modern Granny Blanket Free Crochet Patterns Are the Best

0 0 votes
Article Rating
Subscribe
Notify about
guest
2 comments
eldest
latest assessed
Inline Feedbacks
View all comments
Karen linkous
Karen linkous
5 years ago

Very pretty

ANNE CHRISTINE HUNT
ANNE CHRISTINE HUNT
5 years ago

Do not keep on and on and on asking for comments……………..

Explore Similar Patterns